Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a comforting dish that effortlessly combines creamy, cheesy potatoes with the robust flavors of smoked sausage, all seasoned with tangy ranch. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or casual weeknight meals, this one-dish wonder is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a hearty and satisfying flavor profile that appeals to both kids and adults. With its delightful blend of textures and tastes, it’s destined to become a cherished favorite at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Monon Meats Smoked Sausage, thinly sliced
- 2 lbs potatoes, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced smoked sausage until fully cooked; then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, browned sausage, sautéed aromatics, cheddar cheese, ranch mix, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 60 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg